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Because both Atticus and Aunt Alexandra thought that Scout (Jean Louise) needed a feminine influce in her life. Since Scout's mother passed away when Scout was little, Scout had little knowledge about becoming a woman. She even took it offensive when Jem yelled at Scout for becoming a "girl"
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∙ 11y ago
Aunt Alexandra moves in with the Finch family to provide guidance and support for Scout and Jem after their mother's death. She also believes it is her duty to instill a sense of traditional Southern values and manners in them.
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∙ 9y agoAunt Alexandra changes the Finch household by making the Finch's less loving and making them fight more. She keeps Scout from being herself.
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∙ 12y agoshe came to live with the finches because she had to teach the kids manners and also to teach scout how to be a lady
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∙ 9y agoAunt Alexandra is living with the Finches to take care of Scout and Jem while Atticus is busy with the case -- because he can't fully take care of them and he will not be home as much.
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∙ 12y agoTo be a female presence on scout's life.
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What relation is francis to aunt Alexandra?
He is the spoiled grandson of Aunt Alexandra
Who is older Atticus or Aunt Alexandra?
Atticus is older than Aunt Alexandra. Atticus is the father of Scout and Jem, while Aunt Alexandra is Atticus's sister.
Does dill want to have a aunt like aunt Alexandra?
No, Dill does not want to have an aunt like Aunt Alexandra. He enjoys the freedom and adventure that comes from spending time with Scout and Jem, and having a strict and proper aunt like Aunt Alexandra would likely limit his fun and spontaneity.
Who is Jem and Scout's aunt in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'?
Aunt Alexandra
What event does Aunt Alexandra hosting at the Finches' house?
Aunt Alexandra hosts a missionary circle tea at the Finches' house.
Who was waiting for the children?
aunt Alexandra
Where does Aunt Alexandra work?
In the bathroom.
Who is Atticus' sister?
Aunt Alexandra.
Who is Atticus's sister?
Aunt Alexandra.
Why did Aunt Alexandra move in with the Finchs?
Because both Atticus and Aunt Alexandra thought that Scout (Jean Louise) needed a feminine influce in her life. Since Scout's mother passed away when Scout was little, Scout had little knowledge about becoming a woman. She even took it offensive when Jem yelled at Scout for becoming a "girl"
Why does aunt Alexandra want to dismiss calpurnua?
Aunt Alexandra wants to dismiss Calpurnia because she believes it is not appropriate for a black woman to be working in the Finch household now that she is living with them. She holds traditional views on race and social class, which do not align with having a black housekeeper in their home.
Did aunt Alexandra have a yeast infection?
Aunt Alexandra would have to be a sick southern lady to let her whole family know she has a yeast infection.
